Serving 239 students in grades 9-12, New Site High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Site High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Site High School's student population of 239 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Royals
School Rankings
New Site High School ranks within the top 5% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Site High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#34 out of 795 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
45%
White
98%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Site High School's ranking?
New Site High School is ranked #34 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are New Site High School often compared to?
New Site High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booneville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Site High School?
The graduation rate of New Site High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend New Site High School?
239 students attend New Site High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of New Site High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Site High School?
New Site High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Site High School offer ?
New Site High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Site High School part of?
New Site High School is part of Prentiss County School District.
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